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Arts 18 Aug 2020

Art meets ecology in unique Tāmaki Estuary initiative

Entries are open for one of New Zealand’s only contemporary art prizes with ecology at its core: The Estuary Art and Ecology Prize.

Transport 14 Aug 2020

Part of Tamaki Drive closed to vehicles this weekend

Tamaki Drive between Quay Street and the Ngapipi Bridge will be closed to all traffic including buses from 10pm Friday 14 August until the evening of Sunday 16 August.

Community 12 Aug 2020

Applications now open for Hibiscus and Bays projects

Groups keen to make a difference in the Hibiscus and Bays area can apply for this year’s local board community grants.

Transport 10 Aug 2020

Franklin Local Board takes a wider view on new roads

New roads to service growing communities in Franklin could get wider following local board feedback.

Transport 10 Aug 2020

Leaky Papakura Station lifts under repair

Work had begun to repair lifts at Papakura Station after water leaks occasionally disrupted service for locals.

Community 10 Aug 2020

Upper Harbour's 'Travelling Apple Cart' collects local stories

A project designed to engage and share the stories of people living in the fast-changing Upper Harbour Local Board area has captured many local stories since launching in 2019.

Environment 7 Aug 2020

Fences protect Rodney waterways

Rodney farmers are getting a helping hand to keep stock out of waterways.

6 Aug 2020

Community vision guides planning in Puketāpapa

Puketāpapa locals have shared their vision for the future of their neighbourhoods and it includes more opportunities to get together, caring for the environment, better and more accessible public spaces with diverse transport options.

Events

22 Nov 2026

Carols, canapés and candlelight

Join Luminata Voices as we welcome the festive season with an afternoon of beautiful choral music...

22 Nov 2026

Convergence - Te Pūtahitanga

A mesmerising one hour concert of Piano and Taonga Pūoro music.

24 Jul 2026 - 22 Nov 2026

No Limits Netball

This event is designed for individuals aged 5+ with disabilities. All abilities welcome.

27 Jul 2026 - 23 Nov 2026

Korean Bookchat

​Join us for lively discussions on Korean literature.

25 Nov 2026

Grow your own microgreens

Discover how to grow fresh, nutrient-rich microgreens at home and build everyday food resilience.

25 Nov 2026 - 31 Jan 2027

Annual Cash and Carry Art Sale

Find unique and meaningful Christmas gifts!

26 Nov 2026

Deep Dive: Lecture by Kaiāwhina Whakaaturanga Assistant Curator Matthew Hanson

In this lecture, Kaiāwhina Whakaaturanga Assistant Curator Matthew Hanson shares the ideas and ev...

26 Nov 2026

Mahler 1

Mahler’s astonishing First Symphony begins with the primeval sound of the world awakening: it tel...